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Samuel is
Blood Cancer United

Samuel in a car wearing a seatbelt, with glasses and grey shirt

This is in memory of our "Papa" Samuel Lee Garcia, Jr. Sam was a unique kind of soul. He always did for others before himself. He was so giving and kind, the most genuine type of person. And although he is resting now, I believe it was his time to go.

Our family will always remember July 17, 2015 when we were told our beloved Papa had AML. The chemo was immediate --10 days straight. He went into remission a few days later. August came, and the cancer was back. The last week of August we were told there was nothing more they could do. Papa passed away August 27, 2015. In six short weeks, our world came crumbling down.

Papa was such a loving person and we will never forget the life he lived. He will always be in our hearts, as the memories we share will always be remembered. Rest in eternal peace Papa, we love you. 

Samuel

In Memory

We are Blood Cancer United.

Everyone affected by blood cancer—patients, survivors, caregivers, researchers, advocates, fundraisers, everyone—has a story. Share yours.
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Imani

myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)

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Chase

Leukemia Survivor

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Katie

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

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Gerardo (Jerry)

myelofibrosis (MF), chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML), and acute myeloid leukemia (AML) - In memory

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Jay

Volunteer

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Emmanuel "Manny"

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

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Blaine

Leukemia Survivor

Daniel

Family Member

John William

acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

Greg

acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

Lauren

Caregiver

Zac

acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

We are Blood Cancer United.

Everyone affected by blood cancer—patients, survivors, caregivers, researchers, advocates, fundraisers, everyone—has a story. Share yours.
Headshot of Imani in her white nursing coat

Imani

myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)

Fast Company Brands That Matter 2022 Logo

Chase

Leukemia Survivor

Katie, leukemia patient and companion

Katie

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

Gerardo (Jerry), chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML) patient

Gerardo (Jerry)

myelofibrosis (MF), chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML), and acute myeloid leukemia (AML) - In memory

Jay, volunteer, and friend in candid photo

Jay

Volunteer

Manny smiling wide at 10ish years old in a white shirt

Emmanuel "Manny"

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

Snapshot of Blaine Davis in hospital room, a cancer survivor

Blaine

Leukemia Survivor

Daniel

Family Member

John William

acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

Greg

acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

Lauren

Caregiver

Zac

acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

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